Hiltenburg

The Hiltenburg castle ruins stand at 717 meters above sea level on Schlossberg mountain, featuring remaining stone walls and a protective keep structure.

Built in 1289, the castle served as a strategic fortification for controlling trade routes in the Upper Filstal valley before falling into disrepair over centuries.

A permanent exhibition inside the keep presents archaeological findings and artifacts that document the daily activities of medieval inhabitants from the 11th century.

Visitors can access the ruins through a 3.5-kilometer hiking trail from the parking area near Café Filsblick, requiring a 45-minute uphill walk.

The castle grounds contain a two-level exhibition space within the front castle keep, open from April through October on Sundays and holidays.

Location: Bad Ditzenbach

Inception: 1289

GPS coordinates: 48.58000,9.70056

Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:30